Guarding Small Businesses in Litigation and Government Investigations.
Helping businesses respond confidently to government investigations, enforcement actions, and litigation—with legal strategies shaped by over 15 years in public service.
Meet Julia Clayton: Proven Advocate, Personalized Counsel.
I am a former California Deputy Attorney General.
For over 15 years, I served in the California Attorney General's Office. I led investigations under the False Claims Act and had a hand in litigating some of the Office's most complex enforcement matters. I also represented state decision makers in state and federal court.
I started this practice to help small and medium sized businesses navigate investigations, regulatory enforcement actions, and civil litigation in California.
I combine efficient and cost-effective representation with personalized attention, informed by my experience in government service and tailored to client needs.
Practice Areas
Strategic representation for businesses involved in civil litigation, from pre-trial strategy to resolution.
Experienced defense against claims under the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA).
Guidance and representation during investigations by State Attorneys General, including subpoena and CID response.
Defense against qui tam actions and government investigations under state and federal False Claims Acts.
Defense in regulatory enforcement actions and compliance strategies to prevent penalties and disruptions.
Advising on evolving privacy laws and regulations, including data handling, reporting, and risk mitigation.
Advising on cybersecurity practices, breach response, and compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, and NIST standards.
Ongoing legal support tailored to small and mid-sized businesses without the cost of in-house counsel.
Support with managing discovery requests, document production, and litigation holds.
U.C. Davis, B.A., with highest honors, 2001
American River College, A.A.,1999
- Health and Human Services Agency
- Department of Public Health
- CalSTRS (California State Teachers’ Retirement System)
- CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System)
- State Water Resources Control Board
- Department of State Hospitals
- Department of Developmental Services
- Controller's Office
- Department of Health Care Services
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
C.D. Cal.
E.D. Cal.
N.D. Cal.
S.D. Cal.
Professional Groups
Thought Leadership
In-depth webinars, articles, and presentations on government investigations, compliance, and legal strategy.
Law Office of Julia A. Clayton
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Whether you’re facing an investigation or just want proactive legal support, Julia Clayton offers the experienced, personalized guidance your business needs.
1900 Powell Street, Suite 700 Emeryville, CA 94608